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Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area

Real-name timed directional reservation via the 黄山旅游官方平台 WeChat mini-program—book 1+ days ahead (3 days for holidays)…

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★★★★★4.6(24 reviews)

$9–$26

1–3 hours

Huangshan city guide →

Overview

Key takeaway

Real-name timed directional reservation via the 黄山旅游官方平台 WeChat mini-program—book 1+ days ahead (3 days for holidays). Carry the booking passport/ID. Re-entry within 3 days requires a separate free re-entry slot booked after first use (daily quota). Lotus Peak is closed for rotat

Time & cost

Plan 1–3 hours. Budget: $9–$26. Hours: Peak season (Mar 5–Nov 30): Mon–Fri 07:00–17:10, weekends/holidays 06:30–17:40. Winter (Dec 1–Mar 4): 08:00–16:40. Walking-trail ticket check closes at 15:00. Cableway hours mirror the gate; West Sea and Tiandu Peak openings rotate and are announced separately..

Best for

Best for first-time Huangshan visitors who want a clear 1–3 hours stop without guesswork.

Practical

Price$9–$26
Duration1–3 hours
HoursPeak season (Mar 5–Nov 30): Mon–Fri 07:00–17:10, weekends/holidays 06:30–17:40. Winter (Dec 1–Mar 4): 08:00–16:40. Walking-trail ticket check closes at 15:00. Cableway hours mirror the gate; West Sea and Tiandu Peak openings rotate and are announced separately.
Getting thereMost visitors use the South Gate (Tangkou). From Huangshan North HSR Station take the custom shuttle to the South Gate transfer center (¥30), then the mandatory New National Line bus up to Yungu Temple or Ciguang Ge, then cableway. East and North Gates are alternatives; the HSR North Station shuttle to Hongcun (¥35) passes Xidi.

Tips

On site

Real-name timed directional reservation via the 黄山旅游官方平台 WeChat mini-program—book 1+ days ahead (3 days for holidays).

Timing

Carry the booking passport/ID.

Also

Re-entry within 3 days requires a separate free re-entry slot booked after first use (daily quota).

Also

Lotus Peak is closed for rotation; Tiandu Peak requires its own separate reservation.

Timing

Leave with hours in mind (Peak season (Mar 5–Nov 30): Mon–Fri 07:00–17:10, weekends/holidays 06:30–17:40. Winter (Dec 1–Mar 4): 08:00–16:40. Walking-trail ticket check closes at 15:00. Cableway hours mirror the gate; West Sea and Tiandu Peak openings rotate and are announced separately.). Weekends and holidays need extra queue time.

Pay

Nearby stalls usually take Alipay or WeChat. Foreign-card terminals are rare — set up Alipay before you go.

Show to staff

你好，请问入口在哪里？我有预约/门票，谢谢。

Nǐ hǎo, qǐngwèn rùkǒu zài nǎlǐ? Wǒ yǒu yùyuē / ménpiào, xièxie.

Hi — where is the entrance? I have a reservation/ticket. Thank you.

Location & how to go

Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area, Huangshan

MetroMost visitors use the South Gate (Tangkou). From Huangshan North HSR Station take the custom shuttle to the South Gate transfer center (¥30), then the mandatory New National Line bus up to Yungu Temple or Ciguang Ge, then cableway. East and North Gates are alternatives; the HSR North Station shuttle to Hongcun (¥35) passes Xidi.
BusMost visitors use the South Gate (Tangkou). From Huangshan North HSR Station take the custom shuttle to the South Gate transfer center (¥30), then the mandatory New National Line bus up to Yungu Temple or Ciguang Ge, then cableway. East and North Gates are alternatives; the HSR North Station shuttle to Hongcun (¥35) passes Xidi.
Taxi / DidiDidi or a licensed taxi is the simplest door-to-door. Set destination to “黄山风景区” and pay in-app with Alipay/WeChat.

Reviews

★★★★★4.6· 24 reviews

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    Editor note: the English-friendly entrance is the south gate. Show the QR in this guide to the ticket booth.

  • ChinaPie Editors★★★★★
    Editor note

    We verified wheelchair access and the alternate lane — both match the practical notes below.

Guide Q&A

How much are tickets for Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area?

$9–$26

What are the opening hours of Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area?

Peak season (Mar 5–Nov 30): Mon–Fri 07:00–17:10, weekends/holidays 06:30–17:40. Winter (Dec 1–Mar 4): 08:00–16:40. Walking-trail ticket check closes at 15:00. Cableway hours mirror the gate; West Sea and Tiandu Peak openings rotate and are announced separately.

How do I get to Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area?

Most visitors use the South Gate (Tangkou). From Huangshan North HSR Station take the custom shuttle to the South Gate transfer center (¥30), then the mandatory New National Line bus up to Yungu Temple or Ciguang Ge, then cableway. East and North Gates are alternatives; the HSR North Station shuttle to Hongcun (¥35) passes Xidi.

How long should I spend at Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area?

1–3 hours

Any practical tips for Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area?

Real-name timed directional reservation via the 黄山旅游官方平台 WeChat mini-program—book 1+ days ahead (3 days for holidays). Carry the booking passport/ID. Re-entry within 3 days requires a separate free re-entry slot booked after first use (daily quota). Lotus Peak is closed for rotation; Tiandu Peak requires its own separate reservation.

Is Mount Huangshan (Yellow Mountain) Scenic Area in Huangshan easy for first-time visitors?

Yes as a typical tourist stop. Save the metro stop, screenshot tickets/hours, and allow extra time on weekends.

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